Thursday, 18 June 2026

 Brad ROWSWELL (Sandringham) (14:50): The first job of any government should be the safety and security of its citizens. Since Premier Allan was elevated to the high office of Premier, crime in this state has increased by 23 per cent, family violence-related serious assaults are up 58 per cent and motor vehicle theft is up 65 per cent. Only a Liberal–National government will recruit 3000 police. We will reopen the more than 40 closed police stations. We will hire 200 additional PSOs. Victorians need a fresh start. They need to not only feel safe but they need to be safe in their community.